JudoScotland is pleased to announce a major update to its nationally recognised Mon Grade programme, marking a significant step forward in how young judoka experience progression and recognition on their judo journey.
Following a strategic review of all three grading schemes, the Mon Grade system, being the largest in terms of membership, was prioritised for development. After extensive consultation with members and coaches, two key areas for improvement were identified:
- Simplifying the syllabus for better understanding
- Adding more value and meaning to the grading experience
To address these priorities, JudoScotland collaborated with the Home Nations and Koka Kids to develop a series of interactive e-books. These resources are tailored for judoka aged 8 and above, providing a clear and engaging guide through each stage of the syllabus.
New Resources and Rewards for Judoka
As part of the developments, judoka will now receive exciting enhancements when completing a Mon grade, including refreshed certificates, badges, and a brand-new keyring reward system. At their first Mon grading, judoka will receive a mini judogi keyring and collect coloured obi charms as they progress, creating a visual and personal record of their judo journey.
Tony Penfold, Head of Development at JudoScotland, shared:
“We understand how exciting it is to progress through the grading system, and ensuring it remains consistent and fair is vital to the development of our sport. These enhancements are designed to make that journey more meaningful and memorable for every young judoka.”
“The new keyring reward system offers a fun, age-appropriate way for judoka to share their love of judo and proudly showcase their progress. Meanwhile, the newly redesigned iron-on badges now feature a simple, easy-to-apply format, while the updated certificates help judokas track their progress and stay motivated on their journey.”
The Mon Grade enhancements mark the beginning of a transformative journey for JudoScotland’s grading system. We’re excited to continue this evolution and look forward to unveiling the revised Kai and Kyu grade systems as development progresses.